Applied Plumbing Installation

Develop your skills in plumbing and pipe fitting. This in-demand, diverse trades program can lead you to employment in residential, commercial and industrial construction industries.

This six-month certificate program will introduce you to multiple trades. Concentrate on plumbing and pipe fitting, while learning about drain, waster and venting systems, water treatment, fire sprinkler systems, water and sewer.

Instructors use industry-relevant tools and equipment with an emphasis on safety and protection of the environment.

This program boasts hands-on learning using a wide variety of equipment from different trades to assist you in learning the function, installation and troubleshooting procedures.

This program will provide you with the core skills for a multitude of careers with plumbing and heating contractors, industrial piping contractors, public utilities, wholesale suppliers, fire sprinkler installers, and water and wastewater treatment facilities.

There is a special emphasis in this program on the role of plumbing in public health and wastewater management concerns, a rapidly growing field that deals with environmental issues.

Graduates who register as a plumbing apprentice within two years of completing this program may be granted in-school training credit for Level 1 Plumber apprenticeship.

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Program Learning Outcomes

• Complete work in compliance with provincial and/or national codes, applicable laws, standards and ethical practices in industry.
• Comply with health and safety practices and procedures in accordance with current legislation and regulations
• Install, test, and service drainage, waste and vent (DWV) systems
• Install, test, and service water distribution systems
• Install, test, and service fixtures and appliances
• Communicate and collaborate with diverse clients, supervisors, coworkers and tradespersons to complete projects on time and to maintain effective working relationships

Success Factors

A career in this field is a good fit if you would enjoy...

• A strong technical aptitude for understanding complex piping systems and how they work.
• Physical fitness required to work in tight spaces, climb ladders, and lift heavy objects.
• Troubleshooting problems to come up with effective solutions.
• Be meticulous and pay close attention to detail to ensure that piping systems are installed and maintained properly.
• Prioritize safety and follow appropriate safety procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Provide excellent customer service and handle client concerns or complaints.
• Adapt to changing situations and work effectively in a variety of settings.
• Working independently or in small teams. 
• Piping trades workers must be self-motivated and able to stay on task without direct supervision.

A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is strongly recommended given the potential need to travel for practicum placement. Industry and program environment require individuals to:

• Be reliable, punctual, and regularly attend.
• Move around and work within the environment, negotiating different areas including stairs and ladders, confined spaces, heights, uneven terrain and scaffolds.
• Complete responsibilities requiring standing, bending, and climbing.
• Have the strength, dexterity, balance and stamina required to work in or on equipment.
• Work in noisy, dusty and/or fume-filled areas with appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Work with biological and other hazardous elements. 
• Interpret technical documents, drawings, specifications, codes, regulations, bylaws and standards.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, co-workers, trades people, safety and building inspectors, manufacturer representatives, customers.
• Work in industry-specific shifts, schedules, and conditions.
• Listen to direction and act on that accordingly.
• Demonstrate safety-conscious attitudes and work practices.
• Working outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Working in a collaborative team environment or independently as the situation requires.